Tune to Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE)
Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (FCGCFGAE).
How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE)
Start in standard tuning (F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 8 of 8 strings to play “She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 8 | F#1 | F2 | Tune up 11 semitones |
| String 7 | B1 | C3 | Tune up 13 semitones |
| String 6 | E2 | G3 | Tune up 15 semitones |
| String 5 | A2 | C4 | Tune up 15 semitones |
| String 4 | D3 | F4 | Tune up 15 semitones |
| String 3 | G3 | G4 | Tune up 12 semitones |
| String 2 | B3 | A4 | Tune up 10 semitones |
| String 1 | E4 | E5 | Tune up 12 semitones |
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
"She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill" by Glass Cloud is played in Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE) (FCGCFGAE). Starting from standard tuning (F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 8 of 8 strings: string 8 up to F, string 7 up to C, string 6 up to G, string 5 up to C, string 4 up to F, string 3 up to G, string 2 up to A, string 1 up to E. Overall string tension rises, so tune up slowly to avoid breaking strings. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE).
Glass Cloud’s Guitar Tunings
Glass Cloud plays 1 of 7 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE). Most-used tunings:
- Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE)FCGCFGAE1 song
Gear for Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE)
Strings and tools that make playing "She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill" in Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE) easier.
Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 8-String (.010–.074)
Recommended gauge .010–.074 (8-string). An 8-string set with a heavy low string is needed for clean, stable bass notes.
D'Addario Universal Micro Headstock Tuner
A headstock tuner makes switching in and out of this tuning quick, even on stage or without a mic.
D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)
Retuning 8 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill" by Glass Cloud in?
"She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill" is played in Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE): FCGCFGAE, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "She Is Well And Nothing Can Be Ill"?
Start from standard tuning (F#-B-E-A-D-G-B-E). String 8: tune up 11 semitones (F#1 → F2). String 7: tune up 13 semitones (B1 → C3). String 6: tune up 15 semitones (E2 → G3). String 5: tune up 15 semitones (A2 → C4). String 4: tune up 15 semitones (D3 → F4). String 3: tune up 12 semitones (G3 → G4). String 2: tune up 10 semitones (B3 → A4). String 1: tune up 12 semitones (E4 → E5).
What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (FCGCFGAE)?
Use a .010–.074 (8-string) set. An 8-string set with a heavy low string is needed for clean, stable bass notes.
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